Marketing Assistant

Responsibilities

• Campaign & Project Coordination
• - Support the planning and execution of marketing campaigns for exhibitions, special events, memberships, and seasonal programming, tracking timelines, deliverables, and approvals.
• - Maintain the marketing calendar and project trackers, keeping internal teams — Development, Collections, Retail, and Events aligned on launch dates and promotional needs.
• - Coordinate with outside vendors, printers, and agencies on deliverables, proofs, and deadlines.
• Content & Digital
• - Assist with email marketing, including building newsletters, managing audience lists, and proofing before send.
• - Update website content, event listings, and online calendars to keep information accurate and current.
• Brand, Creative & Asset Management
• - Ensure all materials reflect the Petersen's brand standards and voice across print, digital, signage, and on-site collateral.
• - Organize and maintain the museum's library of photography, video, logos, and approved marketing assets.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in marketing, communications, or a related field, including internships; experience at a museum, cultural institution, nonprofit, or entertainment venue is a plus.
• Hands-on familiarity with social media platforms, scheduling tools, and email marketing platforms; working knowledge of a CMS such as WordPress is helpful.
• Strong writing, proofreading, and communication skills, with a sharp eye for detail and brand consistency.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort with photo and video capture and basic editing; experience with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
• Interest in automotive history, design, and car culture strongly preferred; experience engaging enthusiast or specialty-interest communities is a plus.
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend events.
• Background in marketing, communications, business, or a related field preferred